By Talking Health TV –

From health support tools to holiday safety advice, vaccination reminders and a local environmental alert – here’s what you need to know this month.

New Online Tool to Access Adult Social Care Support

Residents in Kirklees can now access BetterCare Support, an online platform designed to help individuals and families assess care and support needs.

The service allows users to:

• Share their story in their own words

• Complete an assessment online at their convenience

• Access an easy-to-use, flexible self-assessment tool

• Be signposted to helpful services at an early stage

BetterCare aims to make it easier for people to connect with the right support teams without the need to pick up the phone.

Holiday Health Advice: Staying Safe Abroad

With the holiday season approaching, the UK Health Security Agency has issued guidance for travellers.

The advice covers everything from beach breaks to overseas family visits and backpacking adventures, helping travellers minimise health risks while abroad.

Planning ahead ensures you and your loved ones stay safe and enjoy your trip.

MMR Vaccine Reminder: Protecting Children from Measles

The NHS is urging families to check whether their children are up to date with the MMR vaccine.

Measles is highly contagious and can cause serious complications, including pneumonia, meningitis, blindness, hearing loss, and seizures.

Symptoms of measles include:

• High temperature

• Runny or blocked nose

• Sneezing and cough

• Red, sore, watery eyes

• Small white spots inside the cheeks or on the lips

• Rash starting on the face and behind the ears before spreading further

Anyone who suspects they or their child has measles should:

• Stay at home and avoid contact with others

• Call their GP or NHS 111 for advice

• Avoid visiting healthcare settings without calling ahead

Does Walking Help with Weight Loss?

How many steps a day does it take to lose weight?

The BBC’s Good Food Guide put the question to a nutritionist, exploring whether tracking your daily steps can really make a difference to your health goals.